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Treatment #14 – this 2nd round ain’t no joke

This second round of treatment is kicking my butt.  I do ok the first few days, but then it takes me down for the count for several days.  I don’t throw up but am very nauseous.  I am also exhausted, even taking a shower wears me out.  I now understand why they call it the Red Devil, I have called it a few other names too.

I went to the endocrinologist since my doctor was concerned with some of the blood test results. It was determined that the steroids are the culprit of that.  He also said the swelling in my face and the rash are all due to that.  He said there wasn’t anything he could do for me other then to tell me to stop taking steroids, which I have.  It will just take time to get back to normal, so basically that means hurry up and wait.

For the remainder of my treatments, I get to see the doctor.  I have just 2 treatments left, Lyle will get me there kicking and screaming.  Lyle is my rock; he is getting me through the crummy days.

Funny story from my treatment last week, there was a guy snoring next to me.  The nurse woke him when since his treatment was done. She said, everyone is jealous of your nap. That cracked me up.   

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  1. AnonymousDecember 20, 2022 at 7:02 PM

    🙂

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  2. AnonymousDecember 20, 2022 at 7:15 PM

    My sister had issues with the steroids as well. Praying the crummy days are fewer. Let us know if you need anything.

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